Meadowood in Bloomington, Indiana, sits out by Griffy Nature Preserve with a pond and fountain, nice landscaped grounds, and walkways to get some fresh air, and it's one of those places where you've got a mix of different care, like independent living, assisted living, memory care, home health care, adult day services, and even a nursing home if more medical help is needed, all under one roof since they've been serving Monroe County since 1983, and if someone wants a standalone cottage, a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom place they've got choices, even bigger apartments with walk-in closets, patios or balconies, and washers and dryers in some units so folks can handle chores right at home if they want, and families or friends can come stay with a guest option, and folks can bring some pets because it's pet-friendly and there's a dog park.
Meadowood makes sure people have some real support for doing things on their own, with 24-hour staffing, security, nurses and caregivers answering calls, and an emergency response system in each apartment or cottage - always someone to help, but also a lot of privacy for those who want it - and monthly housekeeping and personal laundry gets handled, along with dry cleaning if needed, to keep things easy. As for food, there's restaurant-style dining in a formal room with 30 or 31 meals a month, plus you can pick your lunch or dinner, and Saturday breakfast is special, but for those who want, there's a private kitchen or kitchenette in some units, so it's up to you how you eat.
There's transportation around Bloomington, especially to all events the Activities Department puts on, plus university concerts, theater, sports, and offsite things, and folks without a car can still get out. On the grounds, you'll find common rooms, lounges, TV spots, a gym, both an indoor heated pool and an outdoor pool, a golf course, gardens, a gazebo, and a chapel for in-house religious services, and they've got automated doors and ramps where needed for people with mobility issues, so you don't have to worry about getting around.
Activities fill the calendar with over 200 social, learning, or exercise things every month, like lectures, educational programs, yoga, chair yoga, FOX rehabilitation, a musical group, story time, arts and crafts, cooking club, gardening, book discussion club, card and game nights, movie nights, Nintendo Wii bowling, and group trips. Folks can join the resident musical group, help in the community gardens, or just relax by the lake or in the library. Beauty salon and barber services are on-site, too, so you can get a haircut without leaving the community.
For those who have health needs, there's skilled nursing, physical and occupational therapy, memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, a therapy department using up-to-date practices, respite and hospice care, and the Five Star Experience if you want something structured. Medication help is available, and an in-house doctor visits regularly. You'll get assistance figuring out senior living plans or VA benefits if that's something you want, and financial assistance and planning is there for families trying to make choices, plus the place reviews customer experiences to keep an eye on quality.
The building went up in 2006, and the whole property is car-dependent with a low transit and walk score, but they offer parking for residents and guests, and covered parking for those who want it, though some exterior features like exact parking or garages aren't fully explained, and nearby apartments are open for rent if more space is needed. The community supports several languages including English, French, German, and Spanish, so folks from different backgrounds can feel at home. There's high-speed internet, basic cable, and satellite TV included, and the activity studio, bar, business center, banquet halls, clubhouse, happy hour spots, shopping nearby, and computer workstations give people plenty to do or places to sit quietly, depending on their mood.
Meadowood has worked to keep a home-like feeling, with a staff known for sticking around and being loyal, and residents say good things, giving the place a strong rating. Business hours run long during the week and on weekends, so someone's always around to help during the day, and there's a no-pressure way to check prices or get a feel for the place if anyone's interested. You'll find most kinds of care here, from independent to memory or nursing care, with programs and clubs to keep life active or restful, depending on what you want out of each day.
